Enrolled Nurse Transition Program

Orientation Manual

WelcomeCongratulations and welcome to the Enrolled Nurse Transition to Practice Program at Sydney Local Health District.

As part of this program, you will be provided with the opportunity to work within a health district that prides itself on delivering excellent health care services, world leading research, high quality education, and leadership in clinical care. Sydney Local Health District includes a range of hospitals and services including:

• Royal Prince Alfred Hospital • Concord Hospital • Balmain Hospital • Canterbury Hospital • Mental Health Services

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Our Directors of Nursing, Nursing Unit Managers, and other Nursing leaders are key people who are charged with the responsibility of overseeing the highest standard of care and professional conduct. Along with the Enrolled Nurse Clinical Practice Development Co-ordinator, they are here to support your practice and career development, and welcome you to the Sydney Local Health District Nursing & Midwifery workforce.

Map of Local Government Areas

Within our hospitals and services come an exciting diversity of clinical specialties and a range of opportunities for Enrolled Nurses working across the district. With a nursing workforce of just over five thousand, our local health district is committed to the care of our patients and improving the health of our community. At Sydney Local Health District, we recognise the value and expertise that the Enrolled Nursing workforce offers our patients and community, and endeavor to create opportunities that provide career development and progression.

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The Enrolled Nurse Transition Program

The Enrolled Nurse Transition program is designed to support the participant in the transitional phase of their career by offering clinical support, access to a variety of learning opportunities, whilst promoting the participants’ own reflective practice.

Both the formal and informal learning strategies, along with combined support from management and the clinical staff, enhance the assimilation of

theory with nursing practice. Ongoing education is in the form of workshops and in-services. Review and debriefing sessions relating to professional and clinical progress are conducted throughout the program.

The opportunities to further develop skills, knowledge and confidence required for the role of an Enrolled Nurse is a principal component of the program.

Key contact people to support you

Alexis FergusonSydney Local Health District Enrolled Nurse Clinical Practice Development Co-ordinator • Oversees EN Transition to Practice program

and is available for clinical and supervision support

Contact: 0459 851 347

Jennifer ThorncraftSydney Local Health District Nursing and Midwifery Workforce Manager • Oversees the Transition to Practice

program and recruitment

Contact: 02 9515 9647

Outline of Program

Topic Location Overview

Day 1 – Corporate/Facility Orientation

CEWD, Rozelle

All new employees are expected to complete one full day of face-to-face orientation – “Getting Started”.

Day 2 – Nursing Orientation

CEWD, Rozelle

The three days will cover Nursing Orientation, introduction into the 12 month program eMR2 & eMeds training, Basic Life Support Assessments and Manual Handling.

Day 3 – Nursing Orientation

CEWD, Rozelle

Day 4 – Nursing Orientation

CEWD, Rozelle

5 Supernumerary days to be allocated across two rotations at discretion of facility

Allocated Hospitals

Ward orientation, introduction to the role of the EN in this area, any ward based accreditation that needs to occur.

Four face-to-face study days

CEWD, Rozelle

The study days are designed to provide facilitated learning sessions based on practice development ideology.

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Expectations and professional behaviour

Providing care with a patient and family- centred focus is a fundamental value required of all Nursing staff. It is expected that staff working within Sydney Local Health District will demonstrate compassion, empathy and respect to all patients, carers and colleagues. All Nursing staff have a professional responsibility to work within a legal and ethical framework.

The following documents provide a framework for professional standards within Nursing and Midwifery practice:

• NSW Health Code of Conduct • Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia:

Code of Professional Conduct for Nurses in Australia

• Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia: Code of Ethics for Nurses in Australia

• Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia: A Nurses Guide to Professional Boundaries

• Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia: A Midwives Guide to Professional Boundaries

• Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia Standard for Practice: Enrolled Nurses

Professional appearance

• Nursing and Midwifery staff are expected to wear an appropriate uniform and present to work in a way that meets the requirements of the district’s policy and reflects our standards of professionalism and code of conduct.

• An identification badge must be visible at all times. Please discuss with your Nursing Unit Manager to have this arranged.

• For Orientation, wear smart casual clothes.

You will be able to order your uniform once you have an employee number.

Further information regarding uniforms can be found via the following link: www.adaorders.com.au/DefaultHSS

The TAMS ordering system is linked to payroll data. Generally, new NSW Health employees should be able to access TAMS the day after they start.

Until you are active on the payroll system, you will not be able to order a uniform.

All available items will be delivered within 6 working days.

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CollaborationImproving and sustaining performance depends on everyone in the system working as a team.

OpennessTransparent performance monitoring and reporting is essential to make sure the facts are known and acknowledged, even if at times this maybe uncomfortable.

RespectThe role of everyone engaged in improving performance is valued.

EmpowermentThere must be trust on all sides and at all levels for people to improve performance in a sustainable way.

Sydney Local Health District Nursing Strategic Goals

Sydney Local Health District Nursing and Midwifery Service is committed to delivering excellent patient care and meeting our vision:

An extraordinary profession, leading extraordinary care.

This is what underpins our key strategic priorities: • Clinical Practice • Workforce • Information & Communication Technology • Research

Our CORE values are:

A Well, Resilient, Capable and Sustainable Workforce

Research that informs patient care and contributes to new knowledge

Health Information Technology that supports and informs Extraordinary Care

Delivering the highest quality care in partnership with our patients and their families

Our vision and missionAt Sydney Local Health District, our vision and mission is what drives us to achieve the highest quality care for our patients:

To achieve excellence in healthcare for all.

Sydney Local Health District’s Strategic Goals: slhd.nsw.gov.au/about_goals

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Day 1: Facility orientation – ‘Getting Started’

Location: Auditorium CEWD, Rozelle

All new employees are expected to complete one full day of face-to-face orientation.

Facility orientation is held at our Centre for Education and Workforce Development, Rozelle.

Topics covered:

• Getting to know the facilities and services within the district • Getting to know you: staff introductions • What we do? supporting patients and their families • Supporting You: EAP, heart of health, fitness passport, salary packaging • Innovation and Research: The Pitch, Innovation Symposium • Connecting with you: Implementing changes within SLHD • Meet the unions • Keeping you safe: security, fire safety, work health and safety

and manual handling

Day 2: Nursing orientation

Topics covered:

• Pre & Post Op Care • Social Media • Documentation • Safety Culture • Patient Care Initiatives • Deteriorating Patient and Sepsis • Workforce Q&A

Day 3: Nursing orientation

Topics covered:

• BLS Theory and Assessment • Manual Handling Assessment • eMR2/eMeds Training

Day 4: Nursing orientation

Topics covered:

• Medication Safety • Medication Test • Pressure Injury and Prevention • Infection Control • Falls

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Supernumerary orientationLocation: Allocated wards

All participants will be required to report to their allocated wards at the commencement of the morning shift. During your supernumerary days, you will be orientated to your allocated ward and partnered with a Registered Nurse or Enrolled Nurse to work with. You will not be expected to take a patient load. The supernumerary days will provide you with an opportunity to orientate yourself to your allocated unit, familiarise yourself with the ward routine, meet the Nursing Unit Manager (NUM) and your new colleagues.

In the first supernumerary shift, you will attend handover and then receive an introduction to the ward. You will be provided with a preceptor and / or supervised by more experienced Registered

Nurses and the Clinical Nurse Educator (where available). The supernumerary shifts also allows for you to have your competencies signed off. Competencies include medication administration (Oral, IV, Subcut, IM), PCA, and ward specific competencies.

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Supernumerary shifts Enrolled Nurses (ENs) should not be ‘counted in numbers’. The aim of these shifts is to orientate ENs to ward/unit, routines and ward specific pathways and practices. ENs should be provided with a preceptor and/or supervised by more experienced RN or CNE (where available). This is also an opportunity for ENs to achieve Clinical Skills Assessments (CSAs) where possible. Supernumerary shifts should not be used to complete Mandatory Training.

Goals for Rotations/Process of Feedback/Appraisal Process by NUM/CNE/Preceptor/Rosters

Ward Tour (Fire exits, Equipment and Treatment Rooms, Nurses Station, Pan rooms)/Local

Hospital Tour (Blood Bank, Pharmacy, Discharge Lounge, Radiology, Theatres Airlock etc.) Introduction to Staff (Nursing, Medical, Allied Health, Support Staff)

Routine of Ward/Unit/Locate Policy and Procedure

Introduction to Admission/Discharge Process

Emergency Alarms/ Emergency Trolley/ Bedside Emergency equipment/ Suction Clinical Emergency Response System — Hospital Specific

Telephone Services and How to Page

Medication Fridges — checking protocol and documentation

Equipment Safety Checks (i.e. Glucometer Blood Fridge, WOW and POW Battery Change)

Ward Accountable Drug Registers and Ward specific rules (i.e. Enrolled Nurses checking and handling keys etc)

Appropriate Waste Management

Supernumerary Day One 07:00 Arrive to ward and attend ward and bedside handover

07:30 Meeting with NUM & CNE to discuss expectations

Requirements to be completed:

2019 ENTP Supernumerary Guide

Name

Signature

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Supernumerary Day 2 Enrolled Nurses (ENs) should not be ‘counted in numbers’. ENs should work with an experienced RN or CNE (where available). This is also an opportunity for ENs to achieve Clinical Skills Assessments (CSAs) where possible. Supernumerary shifts should not be used to complete Mandatory Training.

2019 ENTP Supernumerary Guide

Supernumerary Day Two

Requirements to be completed:

Aim to have 1—2 patients with CNE, Preceptor or Senior RN

Received Bedside Handover and Introduces self to patient and family Performance and Documentation of A—G Assessment

Clinical Skills Assessments Medication Administration PO, SC/IM, Intravenous Medication and

Fluids using Volumetric Pump

Adheres to 5 moments of Hand Hygiene and complies with Infection Control Polices, familiarise with Additional Precautions (i.e., CRE, Airborne Precautions etc.)

BGL Monitoring, Documentation and Insulin Management

Check with RN/CNE/NUM WAD S4 & S8 and documentation in the WAD Register

Demonstrate eMR competency (ADHOC, Risks Assessments, iView, Task Manager , Clinical Notes) Peripheral Intravenous Cannula Care and Documentation (VIP Score)

Preoperative checklists and common procedures

Introduction to specialty pharmacology (commonly used medications)

Pharmacy Imprest Search and Obtaining Drugs after hours

Discharge Medications and Discharge dispense log

Perform Patient Admission, Assessment and Documentation

Perform ISBAR Bedside Handover

Name

Signature

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2019 ENTP Supernumerary Guide

Supernumerary Day 3 Enrolled Nurses (ENs) should not be ‘counted in numbers’. ENs should work with an experienced RN or CNE (where available). This is also an opportunity for ENs toachieve Clinical Skills Assessments (CSAs) where possible. Supernumerary shifts should not be used to complete Mandatory Training.

Aim to have 3-4 patients with CNE, Preceptor or Senior RN

Performance and Documentation of A-G Assessment

Familiarise self with Clinical Emergency Response System Calling Criteria

Performs medication round and adheres to RPAH Safe Medication Handling Policy

BGL Monitoring, Documentation and Insulin Management

Check with RN/CNE/NUM WAD S4 & S8 and documentation in the WAD Register

Demonstrate eMR competency (ADHOC, Risks Assessments, iView, Task Manager, Clinical Notes)

Peripheral Intravenous Cannula Care & Documentation

Preoperative checklists and common procedures

Introduction to specialty pharmacology (commonly used medications)

Pharmacy Imprest Search and Obtaining Drugs after hours

Discharge Medications and Discharge dispense log

Perform Patient Admission, Assessment and Documentation

Perform ISBAR Bedside Handover

Supernumerary Day Three

Requirements to be completed:

Name

Signature

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Aim to have 3-4 patients with CNE, Preceptor or Senior RN

Performance and Documentation of A—G Assessment Clinical Skills

Assessment Patient Controlled Analgesia

Familiarise self with Blood Product Administration Policy

Liaise with medical and allied health teams regarding patient plan of care

Ward/Unit Specific CSA i.e. Surgical Drains

Familiarise self with PM shift routine

Continue introduction to pharmacology (commonly used medications)

Demonstrate competency documenting in the Electronic Medical Record

Perform ISBAR Bedside Handover

2019 ENTP Supernumerary Guide

Supernumerary Day 4 Enrolled Nurses (ENs) should not be ‘counted in numbers’. ENs should work with an experienced RN or CNE (where available). This is also an opportunity for ENs toachieve Clinical Skills Assessments (CSAs) where possible. Supernumerary shifts should not be used to complete Mandatory Training.

Supernumerary Day Four

Requirements to be completed:

Name

Signature

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Enrolled Nurse Transition Program

2019 Calendar

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SN = Supernumerary SD = Study Day App = Appraisal PH = Public Holiday

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Facility debrief sessions

All participants within the Enrolled Nurse Transition to Practice Program are expected to engage in debrief sessions. Participants are only expected to attend supervision at their allocated facility. It is recommended that you liaise with your Nursing Unit Manager in regards to your availability to attend supervision. The Enrolled Nurse Co-ordinator will email the NUM and CNE prior to each session to inform you of the location.

Provision of annual leave

• It is expected that each participant of the program will be allocated 2 weeks annual leave within their first 12 months of employment.

• Please see your Nursing Unit Manager to discuss this and arrange a suitable time.

Clinical rotationsAll participants will be asked to submit their workplace preferences prior to the commencement of the program. We will endeavor to meet all requests, however depending on availability of preferences this may not be possible. During the course of the 12 months, there will be 2 x 6-month rotations.

Rotations will be organised by the Workforce Manager at each facility/service in consultation with the ENTP Coordinator, taking into account principles of equity and choice of the EN whilst meeting the facility’s requirements.

Facilitated study days

During the 12-month program there will be 4 structured educational support days, which reinforce relevant clinical knowledge and skills for professional development.

Facilitated Study Day 1

DETECT: This is the face-to-face component of the ADULT Between the Flags Tier Two Education. This workshop includes didactic lectures and case studies to improve your knowledge and skills in recognising and responding to the adult patient who is clinically deteriorating.

Safety Culture: the SLHD Safety Culture Co-ordinators focus on safety and security for all staff in the district. The workshop focuses on theory and practical de-escalation skills and tools that can be used when confronted with challenging behaviours.

Facilitated Study Day 2

Practical information and case studies on Electrolytes, Palliative Care, Coping with stress, Diabetes and Time management.

Facilitated Study Day 3

Communication techniques focusing on challenging conversations, assertiveness and feedback.

Facilitated Study Day 4

Profession Development study day focusing on re-employment, interview tips and practical examples, and employment opportunities for ENs within the district.

Please note: It is your responsibility to negotiate study release with your NUM to ensure that these days are included in your roster requests.

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Appraisals

As part of the program, you are encouraged to regularly seek feedback from the CNEs and NUMs as part of your reflective process and professional development. It is also a requirement of the program that you have regular feedback on your performance in the form of an appraisal which is a required by human resources. All graduate Enrolled Nurses must complete an interim (3-month) appraisal, which will consist of also identifying learning goals. The appraisal form is located on the intranet under forms: Performance Development & Review Form

You are expected to make an appointment with your NUM for your final appraisal. The final appraisal will involve reviewing your 3 month goals and documenting if the outcomes were met.

Email access

You will be assigned a NSW Health email address and it is advised that you check your email on a regular basis, as it is our primary choice of contact with you.

To access your work email at home go to: webmail.health.nsw.gov.au/my.policy You will require your employee number and staff link password to login.

Fitness Passport

Sydney Local Health District has joined Fitness Passport, which gives all staff and their families’ access to gyms and swimming centres at a discounted rate.

The Fitness Passport program is open for all permanent employees to join, and is another initiative of the District to promote staff health and well-being.

The Fitness Passport was designed based on the responses of staff from the general survey and will give access to more than 400 fitness facilities across Sydney.

At $13.95 per week, the Fitness Passport is a fraction of the membership price at most gyms and the biggest benefit is you can visit any of the member gyms as often as you like - you’re not locked into one. This will allow staff who work at various facilities in the District to go gyms in convenient locations before or after work and close to home.

A family membership at $20.95 gives both you and your immediate family members unlimited access and their own card.

Salary packaging

Salary packaging is an Australian Taxation Office approved way of paying for some everyday items and living expenses with your pre-tax salary. Salary packaging lowers your taxable income and increases your take-home pay, giving you more money in your pocket to spend on the things you want.

For more information please call 1300 476 278.

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The role of your Nursing Unit Manager (NUM)

One of the most important relationships that you will form throughout your transition year will be with your Nursing Unit Manager (NUM). The role of the NUM will be to allocate a preceptor, discuss ward expectations and offer a formal orientation to your unit. She/He will also be responsible for rostering your shifts and therefore it is important to communicate with your NUM regarding your mandatory requirements to attend the facilitated learning sessions and supervision. As a new employee of Sydney Local Health District, you will be required to participate in regular performance reviews with your NUM to offer feedback and guidance throughout your transition to practice year.

The role of your Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE)

The Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE) contributes to the promotion of the education, professional development, and accreditation of nursing and midwifery staff at all levels. The CNE  fosters a learning environment that is centred on evidence-based nursing and midwifery practice and supports a culture of learning and skills attainment in an endeavour to provide the highest possible standard of patient care. The CNE is guided by the principles of life-long access to learning and are a role model within their specialty area. The CNE will be able to assist you in completing hospital-based clinical skills assessments.

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Your role as the Enrolled Nurse

As an Enrolled Nurse (EN), you will work with Registered Nurses (RN) as part of the health care team and demonstrate competence in the provision of person-centered care.

Core practice generally requires the EN to work under the direct or indirect supervision of the RN. At all times, the EN retains responsibility for his/her actions and remains accountable in providing delegated nursing care. The need for the EN to have a named and accessible RN at all times and in all contexts of care for support and guidance is critical to patient safety.

Although the scope of practice for each EN will vary according to context and education, the EN has a responsibility for ongoing self and professional development to maintain their knowledge base through life-long learning, and continue to demonstrate the types of core nursing activities that an EN would be expected to undertake on entry to practice.

ENs collaborate and consult with health care recipients, their families and community as well as RNs and other health professionals to plan, implement and evaluate integrated care that optimises outcomes for recipients and the systems of care. You are responsible for the delegated care you provide.

For more information on Enrolled Nurse Standards of Practice: www.nursingmidwiferyboard.gov.au/Codes-Guidelines-Statements/Professional-standards/enrolled-nurse-standards-for-practice.aspx

National Enrolled Nurse Association of Australia (NENA)

NENA (National Enrolled Nurse Association of Australia) strives to raise the profile and increase public awareness of the enrolled nursing profession across all states and territories. It is a forum for enrolled nurses to share information and ideas and facilitate professional development, role enhancement and research participation.

NENA aims to:

• Provide a forum for sharing information and ideas between members;

• Facilitate participation in seminars, conferences and decision making forums;

• Raise the public profile of enrolled nursing and increase awareness of the value of the role;

• Facilitate participation in projects and research pertinent to enrolled nurses;

• Provide a forum to identify professional needs and to facilitate the development and role enhancement of members in order to secure employment opportunities across a broad range of healthcare settings;

• Keep members informed, be honest, fair and correct in its communication of information; and

• Promote awareness, interest and membership of the National Enrolled Nurse Association (NENA) and the Australian Nursing & Midwifery Federation (ANMF).

For more information on NENA: www.nena.org.au

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Mandatory trainingCompletion of mandatory training is a requirement and condition of employment with NSW Health; it is strongly encouraged that you comply with this training as requested.

Please follow the link to logon to My Health Learning: spzsso.cit.health.nsw.gov.au/oaam_server/login.do

My Health Learning

The following course topics have been split by training occurrence into:

• Orientation — To be completed within the first 4 weeks of employment

• Induction — To be completed as part of the 3–6 month on-boarding process

Course Course Code Forum Timeframe Completed

Introduction to Work Health and Safety

40022948 Online Within 4 weeks

Security Awareness 194502198 Online Within 4 weeks

Hazardous Manual Task 39962652 Online Within 4 weeks

IIMS: Notifier Training 50676669 Online Within 4 weeks

Infection Prevention and Control Practice — Clinical Staff

46777047 Online Within 4 weeks

Fire Safety and Evacuation —Theory and Practical

45729770 Practical Within 4 weeks

Fire Safety and Evacuation 47902034 Online Within 4 weeks

Manual Handling (Patient Handlers)

OHS1224 PracticalFacility

Orientation

Hand Hygiene

Hand Hygiene

Australia Training

42063430

Online Within 4 Weeks

Sharps Injury for Clinical Staff 47990247 Online Within 4 Weeks

Privacy Module 1 and 239966648 COM938 Online Within 4 Weeks

Care Coordination 46356692 Online Within 4 Weeks

Introduction to Safety and Quality

42189807 Online Within 4 Weeks

Clinical Transfusion Practice

BloodSafe eLearning

AustraliaOnline Within 4 Weeks

Open Disclosure 47311513 Online Within 4 Weeks

Invasive Device Protocols 42364545 Online Within 4 Weeks

Aseptic Technique 40027445 Online Within 4 Weeks

Basic Life Support 40101256 Online Within 4 Weeks

Basic Life Support Assessment 47966142 PracticalNursing

Orientation

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Course Course Code Forum Timeframe Completed

Violence Prevention & Management Training 39831935 Online 3–6 Months

Violence Prevention & Management in the workforce — Promoting acceptable behaviour in the workplace

39964553 Online 3–6 Months

Respecting the Difference Aboriginal Cultural Training 39988681 Online 3–6 Months

Respecting the Difference Aboriginal Cultural Training 44806576 Face-to-

face 3–6 Months

Between the Flags — Deteriorating Patient Learning Pathways (Adults)

906887279068912890689601906902359100767249389821

Online

Face-to-face

(DETECT)

3–6 Months

Waste Management 39966595 Online 3–6 Months

Child Well-being and Child Protection Part 1–3

183216327183212149183356907

Online 3–6 Months

Maths Test Adult Nursing/Midwifery 136071010 Online 3–6 Months

Cyber S.A.F.E Phishing Awareness 144617873 Online 3–6 Months

eMeds: Medication Administration 132259299 Online 3–6 Months

eMeds: Medication Administration Record (MAR) Summary

160879566 Online 3–6 Months

SLHD eMR Downtime Procedure 136070677 Online 3–6 Months

Pressure Injury Prevention: Risk Management 115610919 Online 3–6 Months

ADAC- Handling Antineoplastic Drugs and Related Waste Safety 48173057 Online 3–6 Months

The Waterlow Pressure Ulcer Risk Assessment and Prevention Scoring System

43889841 Online 3–6 Months

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Important numbers

Entity Phone number

HR Departments

Balmain Hospital SLHD-BalmainHR@health.nsw.gov.au

9395 2103

Canterbury Hospital SLHD-CanterburyHR@health.nsw.gov.au

9787 0269

Concord Hospital SLHD-ConcordHR@health.nsw.gov.au

9767 6259

Royal Prince Alfred Hospital SLHD-RPAHREnquiries@health.nsw.gov

9515 98889515 9524

Aboriginal Workforce Consultant 9767 5435

Smart Salary (Salary Packaging) 1300 476 278

Recruitment Unit 9767 8570

Employee Assistance Program

Balmain Hospital 9767 5437

Canterbury Hospital 9787 0244

Concord Hospital 9767 5437/9767/6726

Royal Prince Alfred Hospital 9515 9688 (Info Line)

Sydney Dental Hospital 9515 9680

EAP District Manager 9515 9680

Nurse Managers — Workforce

Canterbury Hospital 9787 0156

Concord Hospital 9767 7403

Royal Prince Alfred Hospital 9515 9534

Sydney Local Health District 9515 9647

Concord Centre for Mental Health/ Professor Marie Bashir Centre

9616 4276

Centre for Education and Workforce Development 8755 3500

Hospital Switchboard

Royal Prince Alfred Hospital 9515 6111

Canterbury Hospital 9787 0000

Concord Hospital 9767 5000

Balmain Hospital 9395 2111

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Frequently asked questionsWhat is Staff Link?

You must activate your Staff Link account to update your personal details, view your payslip or leave accrual and employment information. An internet search ‘Staff Link Login’ to access this website.

How do I get a Staff Link password/ I have forgotten my password, what do I do?

Call the state wide service office on 1300 28 55 33. You will need to provide your name and employee number.

How do I gain an ID/Access Card?

You will be unable to obtain an ID Card until you commence your employment. During your supernumerary shifts you will be provided with a form which needs to be signed by your nurse unit manager.

I can’t work a rotating roster, what should I do?

It is requirements of your SLHD employment contract that you can work a 24 hour rotating roster. Any issues must be raised with your NUM and Workforce/HR.

I have an injury, what do I do?

Ensure you have declared any injuries or conditions on your model health declaration form supplied during the recruitment process. If you suffer a workplace injury notify your manager as soon as possible, seek medical attention. Liaise with your NUM and Return to Work (RTW) Coordinator regarding the process ad ensure you supply all required documentation.

What is my weekly wage?

NSW Public Health Nurses Award Rate of pay per week for 1st year Enrolled Nurse is $1081.70. Additional allowances and penalty rates as per Award, are available via the Public Health System Nurses’ and Midwives’ (State) Award 2018.

I have an issue with my payslip, what do I do?

Submit a payroll query via Intranet payroll website by clicking the ‘pay query’ icon or call 1300 679 367.

I am sick, who should I call? What forms do I need?

If you need to call in sick please follow your hospital protocol giving your name, shift you are calling in sick for and the ward you work on. Give at least 6 hours’ notice at a minimum if you are calling in sick. All incidents of sick leave are monitored and you must provide evidence medical certificate for all sick leave of 2 or more days. Leave application forms can be found on the intranet under ‘forms’.

What is required in mandatory training?

Completion of mandatory training is a requirement and condition of employment with NSW Health, it is strongly encouraged that you comply with this training as requested. A list of Mandatory training requirements is accessible in this Resource Manual and on My Health Learning.

Can I take annual leave?

As an Enrolled Nurse working a full time rotating roster you are entitled to 6 weeks annual leave per year. The annual leave is allocated to you on your anniversary of employment. In consultation with the Director of Nursing it has agreed that you be allocated 2 weeks annual leave. You are strongly encouraged to take the leave in your first rotation and all annual leave is to be negotiated with the NUM in your ward. Do not book any holidays or flights before confirming that your annual leave has been approved.

How do I swap a shift?

All shift swaps must be approved by your NUM and the swap must be approved and entered into Health Roster. You must complete a shift swap form and the swap must be with a member of staff that is appropriate for skill mix. Discuss all shift swaps with your NUM or in charge nurse.

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Acknowledgements:

Royal Prince Alfred Hospital Graduate Nurse Coordinators